Description
Compliance leadership role in SumUp's Global AML team, based at the Berlin office in an office-first setup. You own the PEP and sanctions screening framework, shape customer risk-scoring models, and set direction for KYC strategy as SumUp's product range and regulatory footprint grow. You partner with AML Operations, Onboarding and product teams to turn regulatory requirements into scalable controls, and provide expert judgement on complex KYC and AML matters. The role suits an experienced KYC manager in fintech, payments, e-money or banking who has led teams through regulatory change.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a KYC manager in fintech, payments, e-money or banking, including leading teams through regulatory change
- Deep knowledge of AML/CTF regulations and law-enforcement reporting frameworks, including PEP and sanctions screening
- Experience building and managing screening frameworks and customer risk-scoring models
- Strong judgement balancing commercial priorities with regulatory obligations
- Confidence engaging regulators and senior leadership
- Comfort working across payments, merchant acquiring and small-business risk profiles in multiple markets
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
Virtual Stock Option programme
EUR 2,000 annual learning & development budget
Corporate pension scheme matching up to 20% of contributions
28 days of paid leave plus public and special-leave days
One-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
Referral bonus
📍 Life in Berlin
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Population
3.6M
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Quality of Life
8.0
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English Friendly
9.0
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Tech Scene
9.0
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International
10.0
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Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
9.0
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Air Quality
6.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
8.0
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About Berlin
- •Creative and tech hub
- •Diverse neighborhoods
- •Excellent public transport
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Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters
- •Mild summers
- •Four distinct seasons
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1625 sunshine hours/year
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Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Higher petty crime than Munich
- •Some areas less safe at night
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare
- •Good hospital network
- •Charité is world-renowned
- •Wait times can vary
Quality: 9.0Access: 8.0
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Culture
- •World-class museums
- •Vibrant art scene
- •Rich history
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Nightlife
- •Famous club scene
- •Diverse nightlife
- •24/7 culture
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Recreation
- •Many parks
- •Lakes
- •Tiergarten
- •Active outdoor scene
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Cost of Living
- •More affordable than Munich
- •Prices rising rapidly
- •Still cheaper than many European capitals
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1231
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€280
🍽️ Dining out:€16
SumUp is a global fintech company providing mobile point-of-sale terminals, card readers, payment processing, and business tools for small merchants. Serves 4M+ merchants in 36+ markets.
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